If you own a healthy dachshund who is free of musculoskeletal diseases, the field of canine performance events is wide open for you and your dachshund. Participating in sports is a rewarding endeavor. It deepens the bond between you and your dachsie, as well as opening your eyes to your dog's incredible abilities and learning capacity. Your dachsie reaps benefits, too, with lots of exercise, heaps of time with you, and the opportunity to have simply loads of fun.